2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 146 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1971 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Accent | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
